NORTHHOWMUCHISYOURLOVE, Chapter 14 part 2
Before I could think much more about it, Phii Johan loosened his embrace, slightly turned me around, held my chin, and kissed me without warning. My eyes widened in shock.
Out of the corner of my eye, I thought I saw Phii Hill look surprised before turning to Ter. I didn’t know what to do. After a moment, I instinctively closed my eyes as the heat of his kiss invaded, Phii Johan gently squeezed my cheeks to make me open my mouth wider for a more comfortable kiss, his tongue exploring aggressively though not as much as before.
I found myself responding unconsciously, gripping his shirt tightly, my heart pounding so hard it felt like it might escape. It didn’t last long before I quickly pushed him away.
Aren’t Phii Hill and Ter here?
Phii Johan released the kiss when I pushed him, my heart racing, my breathing heavy, my face burning with heat. I immediately turned my face away, unable to meet his gaze… I intended to stand up quickly, but I was pulled back into the same embrace. Even though it was brief, the taste of Phii Johan’s kiss lingered on my lips…and it always does every time he kisses me.
The sensation lingers. Even after we’ve stopped kissing…
“Joe.”
“What?”
“Isn’t that too much?”
“Is it?”
“[Sigh]” Phii Hill let out a small sigh, then Ter opened his eyes to look at me, his face flushed with embarrassment.
“Uh…what I mean is.” Ter said with a stammer, turning to look at Phii Hill with a red face.
“Don’t look at me like that, please.”
“It’s just…uh.” Ter made the most awkward face of his life. Ter, don’t make that face, I don’t know what to do now, “I…um, I’ll go help Phii Tharn downstairs.” Ter stood up but was pulled back by Phii Hill.
“Don’t go yet, please.”
“It’s just…”
“Joe, you take responsibility.” Phii Hill turned to Phii Joe.
“I told you to close your eyes.”
“Hmm, it’s like I’m not even here.”
“Like you usually do.” Phii Johan said.
“Your junior is already embarrassed to death.”
Phii Hill!!
“Are you going to tell me now?”
The kiss from earlier was because I wouldn’t talk?
“Well, it’s…really nothing.” I said. No matter what, I didn’t want Phii Joe to know.
“Hill.”
“What now?”
“Take your boyfriend and go out.”
“Okay.”
“Wait, wait.” I quickly stopped them, “Okay, okay, I’ll tell you, but can I tell you later?”
“When?”
“Uh, can it be after work? I have to go to work soon.”
“No.”
“Huh? No way, if I skip work, I’ll get fired, what then?”
“They won’t fire you.”
“How do you know? I really have to go to work. Plus, this floor is reserved for customers who have already booked.”
“I’ve already booked it.”
“Oh, really? When? I wasn’t aware, hey, but I really have to go now.” I tried to escape, because honestly, I couldn’t handle it anymore and needed to step back to gather my thoughts.
“No.”
“Oh, Phii…”
“Do you want to go?”
“Yes.”
“Then tonight, go pack your things.”
“Huh? How can I do that?”
“What do you want to do then?” “Argh…Phii, let me go first.” I said, letting out a secret sigh. Why does he have to be so bossy? Before Phii Johan finally loosened his embrace. I stood up immediately and hurried out of the room with Ter following me.
“…”
“Ter.”
“What?”
“Don’t be silent.”
“I’m not trying to be silent, I just…can’t find the words, like I’m mute.” Ter said, lifting his hand to rub his face. “Do you want some smelling salts?”
“That would be great, thanks.” I said, receiving the smelling salts.
“In the end, Phii Johan, he…I’m your friend. I’ve never seen this side of you, it’s stuck in my mind.”
“Ter, just forget it. How much did you see?”
“Just a bit, I saw you were shocked, I was shocked too, and Phii Hill closed my eyes.”
“Just close your eyes?”
“Yeah. Not Phii Joe, how dare he, I was like air to him. It’s embarrassing just thinking about it. I can’t even look at you now.” Ter replied, his voice trembling, “I’ve never seen people kiss this close before.”
“Shut up already.”
“So, how was it for you? Or should I just get used to this, will there be more?”
“No, no, no, enough, bastard. I said, oh, why don’t you think about my feelings? I’m about to have a heart attack.”
“Your face is so red.”
“Sigh, Ter. You, damn it, bastard!” “It looks like your system is shocked. Take a moment to compose yourself, breathe deeply, friend.” Ter said. I tried to take a deep breath as he suggested. We were talking while walking down the stairs.
“You’re not helping at all.”
“So, what’s the deal? When did you start dating, and why didn’t you tell me?”
“It’s complicated, but we’re not officially dating.”
“Come on. If you’re not dating, how can you kiss?”
“You sound like Nao. Can I tell you later? Let me rest for now.”
“Okay, okay, just don’t forget to tell me.”
“And why did you blab about the tuition fees?” I asked, frustrated.
“It’s for your own good. Anyway, he’ll help you out.”
“Alright, I’ll tell him later.”
When we reached the bottom floor, we saw Phii Tharn preparing some things. When he saw us approaching, he didn’t look too pleased; Phii Tharn seemed quite angry…
“Why did you just go along when he dragged you away? I tried to stop it.” Phii Tharn muttered. “And the way he looked at me, like he was about to kill me or something. Then he swatted my hand away, no manners at all.”
“…”
“Is this how people flirt these days? You can tell he’s not trustworthy just by looking at him. Did he make you do anything else?”
“…”
“No, not at all.”
“What were you doing upstairs? The CCTV doesn’t work there.”
It’s a good thing the CCTV doesn’t work, T^T.
“Nothing at all. Phii Hill and I were there.” Ter said. Yes…Ter and Phii Hill were there, T^T. “Why didn’t you just refuse him straight up? Or has he bought you?” “Huh? Are you talking about Phii Joe?” I raised my eyebrows to ask. “Yes. You don’t have to go along with everything he wants, it’s a bit much, isn’t it? Holding hands, linking arms, isn’t that considered harassment?”
“Well, he hasn’t actually bought anything for me.” Phii Johan has never really forced me, to be honest, though he’s quite insistent.
“It sounds like you’ve already given him your heart.”
“…”
“Uh, well, that’s kind of true, I guess.” I admitted it honestly. If I didn’t say it, Phii Tharn would keep misunderstanding.
“North, how many times have I told you this?” Phii Tharn said, his tone showing dissatisfaction once again. Ter furrowed his brows, looking uncomfortable, probably wishing he could escape this situation.
“Yes. I understand.”
“But are you still going to let him deceive you?”
“No, I’m not thinking that far ahead.” I took a deep breath, maybe it’s time to say something. It seems Phii Tharn really doesn’t like Phii Joe.
“I’m not saying you’re lying, Phii. I’ve heard some rumors about Phii Johan. It’s not like I’m completely unaware.”
“And yet you still go along with it? Are you that smitten?”
“Phii Tharn, calm down for a moment.” Ter interjected.
“But I don’t really care about the rumors, whether they’re true or not. What matters is that he’s good to me, and that’s the truth. In the end, he might deceive me, but what he does has made me open my heart to him. That’s all.”
“…”
“I’m not a complicated person. I don’t know how to guard my heart. If it’s going to fall apart, then let it.” “Oh…” “So, have you given up already?” “Phii Tharn…” I accidentally called his name, why did things suddenly get so dramatic?
“Sorry, I might have gotten a bit heated. I’ll be right back.” Phii Tharn said, standing up to leave the counter, leaving me and Ter sitting there in confusion.
“What was that atmosphere just now?”
“Phii Tharn must…well, not be too happy. It’s my fault for not being straightforward about it.” because I saw him as a good senior, I didn’t dare to say outright that I didn’t feel anything. Even though I’ve shown some signs, it probably wasn’t clear enough.
“Has Phii Tharn ever said he likes you?”
“Not that much. Just some light flirting. He hasn’t been too forward, just like how people generally flirt.”
“But you were pretty clear earlier. I believe now that you’re really not playing games.”
“That’s right. I mean it. How many people have come to tell me about Phii Joe? But still, what’s there to overthink? If you like someone, you like them. There’s no point worrying about it if it’s not in my nature to do so. In the end, if my heart gets hurt, so be it.”
“Sounds familiar. You talk like you’re a dog when you’re drunk.”
“Yeah, that’s about right.”
“Are you really not scared at all?” Ter asked with a look of curiosity. “I admire you. If it were me, I’d be overthinking everything.”
“It’s not that I’m not scared, but I’m not that concerned about it. Since I’ve known Phii Joe, I haven’t really seen him flirt around like that.” I said truthfully.
“Aren’t you the jealous type then?” “Yeah, but I do get jealous if it goes too far.” “You’re quite the opposite of Phii Joe.” “How so?”
“Phii Hill said that Phii Johan is extremely jealous, but only with you.”
“…”
“Embarrassed?”
“Yeah, are you teasing me? Wouldn’t you be embarrassed if you were in my shoes?” I protested a bit before the doorbell rang again. More customers?
“Welcome, oh.” Ter greeted, but paused slightly when he saw who it was, “Phii Fah, Phii Arthit, hello.” two more friends of Phii Hill and Phii Joe.
:Are you guys in a relationship because of your good looks or what?
“Little Ter, I was wondering why you were at this shop, working?” Phii Fah greeted back kindly. Hey, are these Phii Johan’s friends? No way, why are they so different?
“Yes, Phii Hill and Phii Joe are up on the top floor.”
“Yes, can I order now?”
“Of course, I’ll serve it to them.” Ter said.
“Have Hill and Joe ordered yet?”
“Phii Hill has ordered, but Phii Joe hasn’t yet.”
“Oh really? Then should we order for Joe too?”
“Nah, I’m too lazy, let him order himself.” Phii Arthit replied. “What should I get? I’ll have an Americano, I’m sleepy.”
“Then I’ll have a latte. Shall I pay now?”
“Pay now, Phii Fah.” and then Ter handled all the menu orders.
“Oh, and this…are you a friend of Nong Ter?” Phii Fah asked while waiting for change. I raised my eyebrows slightly in surprise.
“Oh, yes, this is North.” “Oh…” “The name sounds familiar.” “Isn’t this the kid Joe is flirting with?” Phii Arthit said, making me feel oddly embarrassed. How should I respond to that now?
“Oh, Nong North, you’re in Electrical Engineering, right?”
“Yes.” I nodded to both of them.
“I’ve heard Hill mention you as Ter’s friend, but I’ve just met you. I’m Tonfa, and this is Arthit.” I smiled at them. Why does Phii Fah exude such a warm aura? Even Phii Hill doesn’t match up. Phii Hill is only nice to Ter, that’s his standard.
“Feel sorry for the kid.” Phii Arthit said, “Our friend’s got it bad, like a beast.”
“Why?”
“Joe has it really bad. If he could chain you up at home to keep you for himself, he probably would have done it by now.”
Huh?
Wait, Phii Arthit, what does that mean? T^T
“Really? Is it that serious?”
“Yeah. You didn’t come that day, it was a pity.”
“Why? What happened?”
“Hill really laid into Joe, saying, ‘You can fool around with anyone except my boyfriend’s roommate.’“
“Joe just stayed silent.”
“Why? Was he very angry?”
“No, he couldn’t argue back.”
“Joe, huh? I wish I had seen that. I should have gone too.” Phii Fah said with a slight look of regret, “I wondered why those two have been acting strange lately, they argue even when they talk.” “You can’t touch anyone close aside from your roommate, right, Nong Ter?” Phii Arthit teased a bit.
“It’s not that bad.” Ter smiled embarrassedly.
“But Joe has gotten better. He doesn’t go around with girls much anymore. This one, I remember the name now, right?” Phii Fah asked.
“Yes, I’ve got it now.”
“Tell Joe to attend class or help me with group work sometimes, I’m tired of doing all the group work alone, tired of explaining to the professor about him.” Phii Tonfa said with a sigh. I can’t help but feel sorry for the part about doing group work alone.
“Is Joe that busy?”
“If he’s that busy, he should just quit.”
“Fah, you’re ruthless.”
“You’re another one. I’ll remove his name from everything, just send mine alone.”
“Come on, how can you send just your name? The professor said it has to be group work.”
“It’s annoying.” Phii Fah said, “I’ll get going. You’ll serve what we ordered, right?”
“Yes, sir.” Ter responded before Phii Fah and Phii Arthit headed upstairs.
“Those two are friends with Phii Hill and Phii Johan, right?” I asked while preparing the coffee that was ordered, “Their personalities are so different, I was wondering about Phii Hill and Phii Joe from the start.”
“Yeah, I was thinking the same. As you can see, it looks like they argue all the time. At first, seeing Phii Hill with Phii Joe, I was really worried they might start fighting.” “And what’s this about Phii Fah working on group projects alone? That’s kind of sad.”
“Yeah, it’s a group of four, and only Phii Fah is seriously aiming to be a doctor. Phii Hill was forced by his family, and Phii Joe and Phii Arthit just tried applying and got in, so they have to study.”
“Right, Phii Joe told me too, but studying medicine, seriously, if you don’t love it, will you even make it through?”
“Exactly, once Phii Hill wasn’t forced by his family anymore, he didn’t study as hard as before. He doesn’t seem as stressed now. Phii Johan and Phii Arthit, well, they just study. Like Phii Fah said, tell Phii Joe to attend classes, but he’s smart, he’ll probably manage anyway.”
“Did he say that? I hardly ever go. Just thinking about studying stresses me out, especially since I can’t even pay my tuition.”
“Go talk to Phii Joe about it.”
“Ass.”
“Did more customers come in?” Phii Tharn walked over, asking when he saw us making coffee. There was a faint smell of cigarettes, he must have gone for a smoke.
“Yes, two more. By the way, is the third floor reserved?” I asked. If there was a reservation, I should have known, but Phii Johan said it was reserved.
“No, oh, I forgot about that. If it’s not reserved, you can’t use it.”
“But Phii Joe said it was reserved.” I said.
“No, no, then I’ll go tell them to come out first.” Phii Tharn said. Ter and I looked at each other in confusion. It wouldn’t be good if Phii Tharn went up there now. Just then, the door chime rang again, and I quickly turned towards the sound. Phii Prang… “Oh, Phii Prang.” I greeted her when I saw Phii Prang entering the shop. Today, it’s just familiar faces. Phii Prang came with another woman I didn’t recognize.
“Oh, you know each other? Hello.” Phii Tharn asked in confusion before greeting the newcomers.
“Hello, hey, Nong North, what’s going on here? How did you get here?”
“I should ask, did you come for coffee?”
“No, no, I brought the new manager, Tharn, this is Phii Kim, she’ll be taking over. I’ve explained everything. You can leave today if you want, Tharn.”
“Oh, so I’m done with my duties here then. It’s quite sad, actually.” Phii Tharn said, looking a bit regretful.
“Is this the new manager?” I asked, puzzled.
“Yes, like I said, the shop has changed owners. I probably won’t be coming here anymore.”
“And Phii Prang, you brought the new manager?”
Wait…
Don’t tell me that…
“Yes, this establishment is my boss’…oh, Joe, that is. Joe bought this shop.”
!!!
“…”
“North, that’s quite the reaction, why are you so surprised?”
“Well…Phii Johan?”
“Yes, my boss, Kim’s boss too, whatever. He wants this shop, that shop, it’s tough on us employees. When the boss isn’t around, we can gossip, right, Kim?”
“Yeah, that’s right, when it comes to work, he’s number one.” Kim added.
“He’s actually here.” “Hmm? What do you mean he’s here?” “Phii Joe, he’s upstairs.” I said. “Oh, that’s bad. Why is he here? Good thing he didn’t take Kim on a shop tour while we gossip.”
“Hold on, so Johan is the one who bought this shop?” Phii Tharn asked, sounding surprised.
“Uh, yes, do you know him?” Phii Prang turned to ask.
“Ah…is that how it is now?”
“What?”
“Nothing, I’ll excuse myself then.” Phii Tharn said, clearly not pleased, “I’ll be going. I’ll contact you later.”
“Okay.” I and Ter nodded, watching Phii Tharn, who didn’t look happy, leave the shop.
“What’s going on? Why did Tharn suddenly act like that?” Phii Prang asked, furrowing her brows.
“Nothing much, so, what’s this? Is Phii Joe really the new owner of the shop?” I asked for confirmation.
“Yes, that’s right. Phii Kim will take over. You can trust her with the shop.” I and Ter turned to pay our respects, and Phii Kim immediately returned the gesture with a smile. “Sigh, I don’t know what’s going on, but I’m swamped with my own work. Now he wants to buy a shop too, and who has to manage everything? Me, Phii Prang, sigh, I’m not just a secretary, I’m more like a slave, but the bonus increase is okay.”
“Why did Phii Johan buy this shop?” I asked, puzzled. When Phii Tharn first mentioned someone wanted to buy the place, I was surprised, and now I’m even more surprised knowing it’s Phii Joe.
“I don’t know about that. And what are you doing here?” “I work part-time here with my friend.” “Really? Hmm, it’s not an ordinary move then. Recently, Joe bought a bar too.” “A bar?” I raised my eyebrows in confusion.
“A bar called ‘Sold Out’.”
!!!
Damn…
So, Phii Joe actually bought the place and fired me?
“North.”
“Uh?”
“You’re screwed.”
“Definitely, why would he do this to me? I’m about to cry. He isn’t planning to fire the staff, is he, Phii Prang?” I asked, hoping for some reassurance.
“Hmm? I’m not sure, that would be up to Joe. But why would he fire you?”
“If he wakes up one day and decides to fire me, he probably will. Oh man, Ter, I’m truly heartbroken.” I said, weakly leaning on Ter’s shoulder.
“And if not here, no other place will take us, I’ve asked around all the shops near the university.” he said, nearly crying inside. Without this place and Phii Ya’s Japanese restaurant, there’s really nowhere else.
Phii Joe, you’re so cruel to me, T^T.
“And he’s not buying any other shops, right?” Ter asked, causing me to pause. Right…that’s true, I hope it’s not like that.
“Oh, he is. A Japanese restaurant, actually. I’ll be talking to the owner tomorrow.”
“…”
“Don’t worry, it might be another Japanese restaurant. It’s not like there’s only one.” Ter said, trying to console me.
“The Japanese restaurant at the corner, near Charoen Sukh Alley, the owner’s name is Ya, right?” “…” Dammit.
“Damn it, I haven’t paid my tuition, I don’t have money for rent.” I said, feeling defeated, “This is too cruel. Is there any humanity left?”
“Why? Do we work there too?” Phii Prang asked, raising an eyebrow.
“Yes…” I nodded, feeling drained.
“Oh, I think I get it now. Keep fighting, North. Oh, and by the way, our motorbike, did you ride it down a hill or something?”
“Huh? No, why?”
“It’s in pretty bad shape. The repair cost is several thousand. I’ll just add it to our debt then.”
“Wait, Phii, how can it be several thousand? Just changing the tire shouldn’t cost that much.” I said, the most expensive back home would be two hundred.
“Changing the tire? More like changing the whole thing. That’s why I asked if you rode it down a hill.”
“…”
It’s definitely Day. If he just didn’t want me to run away, deflating the tire would have been enough, but now I have to pay for the repairs! T^T
“I’d rather not add it to the debt.” I answered honestly, because if it gets added to the debt, it becomes an unpayable amount with money…
“But you have no money to pay.”
“Swearing at me again?”
“I’m just exclaiming.”
“Damn it, the debts have piled up on me. This is a real life storm. How much would one of my kidneys sell for?”
“Enough with the kidney selling talk.”
“So, Phii Kim will take over the shop?” I turned to ask Sister Kim. “Yes, that’s right. I’m counting on you guys. But honestly, I’ve already got all the details about the shop, it’s quite easy.”
“Okay, can you increase my salary?”
“Well, that would depend on the shop owner, wouldn’t it?”
“Damn it.” I repeated the same exclamation, rubbing my face. What should I do with my life now?
“It’s kind of pitiful, but I also find it a bit funny for some reason.” Ter said.
“It’s kind of funny, you ass.”
“Then I’ll be heading out. Joe is upstairs, right? Please say hi to him for me. I’ve got more errands, all for Joe. See you later, Kim.” Phii Prang said, waving goodbye to us before hurriedly leaving the shop.
“Just a moment, Sister Kim.” Ter said, pulling me aside, “Hey, why are you stressing out? Phii Joe likes you, he’ll help you out, right?”
“Ter, I told you, you don’t get it.”
“Don’t get what? Explain it to me.”
It’s about the terms of paying back the debt, oh man, how can I tell anyone about this? Just thinking about it makes me embarrassed.
“It’s hard to explain.”
“Then just go talk to Phii Joe. Trust me, ask him first if he bought the shop with the intention of not firing you.”
“Yeah, I intended to ask, but I’m not ready to face him yet.”
“Still embarrassed about the kiss?”
“Ter, you bastard.”
“See, that’s the best advice I can give you right now. Good luck, are you going to go see him? I’ll take up the coffee for Phii Fah and Phii Arthit while you’re at it. It might have already melted by now with all this talking.”
“Okay, okay.” I agreed reluctantly, “You go ahead.” “Okay, I’ll go serve it then.”
“Uh.” before Ter hurriedly picked up the coffee cups and walked up the stairs. I really should talk to Phii Johan, can I message him first?
North♣: Phii, T^T
North♣: Did you buy the shops? Both of them, including the bar?
Johan: Found out?
North♣: Yes, Phii Prang was here earlier.
North♣: She brought the new manager, Kim.
Johan: Hmm.
Johan: Good to know.
Johan: One Americano, come up quickly.
North♣: You’re not going to fire me, right, T^T?
Johan: Come up quickly.
I stood in front of the door at the top floor, holding the Americano, took a deep breath before exhaling. Why am I suddenly afraid to face Phii Joe? Oh well, Ter is there. It’ll be fine.
But before this, Ter was there too. It didn’t help at all, T^T.
I opened the door and entered. All eyes in the room immediately turned to me. Phii Johan was still sitting in the same chair, Phii Fah and Phii Hill seemed to be studying together, with Ter sitting next to them, while Phii Arthit was lying down playing on his phone.
“North, you made an Americano?” Phii Arthit asked as soon as he saw me.
“Oh, yes, why?”
“I thought so, you made it so strong that only Joe could drink it.”
“Huh?” I raised my eyebrows, puzzled by his words, before walking over to Phii Joe and placing the coffee cup on the small table in front of him.
“It’s extremely strong.” “If you complain so much, just don’t drink it.” Phii Joe said.
“Well, I’m not drinking it, can’t drink it. It’s so bitter, you’re probably the only one who can handle it. How did you make it?”
“Yeah, it’s enough for just me to drink.”
“…”
“It smells.” Phii Fah said.
“The smell of Arthit’s face.”
“And here I am again.”
Phii Johan pulled me onto his lap again and loosely wrapped his arms around me. I tried to wriggle free, but couldn’t, and Phii Arthit immediately made a sour face.
“Annoying.”
“I find you annoying too.”
“It’s like you don’t realize there are friends in the room.”
“What the hell?” Phii Joe said.
“Harsh.”
“Hey, Joe.” Phii Arthit called out, “You bought this shop without telling us. Give us our coffee money back.”
“Why should I give it back?”
“Don’t you want to treat us? It’s your own shop.”
“Hah, just a few baht for coffee.”
“You’ve already treated girls to meals.” Phii Fah said.
“Treated who?” Phii Joe asked.
“What the hell?” Phii Arthit said.
“Get out of my shop.”
“Your shop? You haven’t even walked around it.”
Yeah…these guys act like friends but seem to hate each other. After a while, the conversation in the room continued to buzz because they had a quiz to study for, so they decided to meet here. Ter and I excused ourselves not to disturb them. Getting Phii Johan to let go was quite the ordeal, with the ultimate threat being that he’d kick me out, T^T.
“You’re asking to borrow it? You’re just going to ask like that?” I confirmed. It was almost time for the shift change, and I decided to try talking to Phii Johan, just to talk because there were no other options left.
“So, what are you going to say?”
“Will he give it?”
“He’s already given some change.”
“You call forty-fifty thousand ‘change’? That’s crazy, it gives me chills.”
“Ter, let’s head back, do you want to stop by the dorm?” Phii Hill came down to ask Ter, probably finished with his study session.
“I don’t need to stop by, sir.” Ter replied, and then the other three seniors followed him downstairs. Phii Kim went to talk with Phii Johan for a while before Phii Joe came over to me.
“Do you want to stop by the dorm?”
“Yes, otherwise I won’t have any clothes to wear.”
“Then there is no need to stop, wear mine.”
Oh…then why ask, T^T
And then we all left separately. Each of the seniors’ vehicles was beautiful. You’d think they chose each other for friendship if you hadn’t seen them arguing earlier; it seemed more like they were forced to be friends.
It didn’t take long to reach Phii Johan’s condo. It was still early evening. Tomorrow is Sunday, and I have to work at the coffee shop, but what should I do? The shop owner seems to want to fire me all the time, T^T. “Ah.” I exclaimed when Phii Johan pulled me to sit on his lap again, but this time I faced him instead. It felt like I was straddling him.
“Uh.” I looked away because I couldn’t meet his eyes, trying to move away, but I was held in place, “Can you let me go for a moment?” I said, feeling uneasy.
“What’s the matter?” Phii Johan asked seriously.
“Well…”
“…”
“Can you let me go first, please?”
“Are you going to tell me properly?” the person in front asked, moving his face closer. I instinctively pulled back, why do you have to get so close?
“It’s like this…about a month or two ago, I used my savings to buy a computer, and I forgot that at the last family reunion, I promised my aunt…”
“Make it short.”
“Can I borrow about forty to fifty thousand baht? But it’s okay if it’s too much trouble.”
“Sure.”
“…”
Aren’t you going to think about it at all? T^T
“Uh, thank you, but I…”
“Let me have your deposit first.”
“Uh…” Phii Johan pressed the back of my neck, bringing my face towards his. The moment our lips met, I closed my eyes tightly, my hands resting on his shoulders. I instinctively gripped tightly when the warm sensation invaded again, his hot tongue exploring, nibbling both my upper and lower lips. The slow, intimate touch and the embarrassing sounds made my mind scatter. It felt like my heart would burst out, my breathing was fast and heavy until I nearly lost all strength, with his hands firmly around my waist. I didn’t know how much time had passed, but finally, Phii Johan slowly pulled away from the kiss.
“Phii…” I called out to him while still catching my breath.
“Hmm?”
Phii Johan turned his gaze to mine, perhaps due to the close proximity from our sitting position, looking at him this close…
“It’s just…I think…”
“…”
“Phii…aren’t you tired of me?”
“Do you want to test it? To see if I get tired of you?”